COVID-19 Resources

GLMS is committed to keeping you informed with the latest communication and resources available regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Below is list of categories to help you navigate and access the items you need:

Vaccination Information

GLMS Foundation PSAs

National Updates

FDA COVID-19 Vaccine Approval Messaging and Outreach Tools
OSHA Releases Emergency Temporary Standard to Address COVID-19 in the Workplace
Assessing Risk Factors for Severe COVID-19 Illness
Interim U.S. Guidance for Risk Assessment and Public Health Management of Healthcare Personnel with Potential Exposure in a Healthcare Setting to Patients with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
OSHA issued updated enforcement guidance for respiratory protection due to the shortage resulting from the pandemic
COVID-19 Hotline
CDC Guidance on Mass Gatherings
COCA Video Call
CDC Interim Guidance for Healthcare Facilities
Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of N95 Respirators

Kentucky Updates

Updated COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) Test Reporting Guidance
Updated COVID-19 Case Reporting Guidance for Medical Providers
Guidance for Healthcare Personnel for Work while in COVID-19 Quarantine
Strategies to Midigate Healthcare Personal Staffing Shortages
COVID-19 Clinician Reporting Guidance - Update Dec. 2020
COVID-19 Lab Guidance - Update Dec. 2020
Team Kentucky Healthy at Work Guidelines
MGMA 12 Steps for Keeping your Medical Practice Running Amid COVID-19
Kentucky Reportable Disease Form
Kentucky's COVID-19 Resource Page

Graphic Resources

How to Apply and Remove a Mask Chart
Chance of Transmission
Exposure Chart

Opportunities to Help

Volunteer Opportunities for GLMS Members
The Louisville Area Chapter of the American Red Cross is facing severe blood shortage; healthy individuals are encouraged to donate now.
COVID-19 Volunteer Information Center

Media

Interview with Dr. Valerie Briones-Pryor
COVID-19 Q&A with Dr. Sarah Moyer, Director of the Louisville Department of Public Health and Wellness
Dr. Monalisa Tailor answers questions from The Courier Journal to clear up popular misconceptions.
Ask the Doctors Town Hall with Mayor Greg Fischer
Louisville Medicine Article written by Suzanne McGee, MD
Dr. Sarah Moyer, Louisville's health chief, is leading city's battle against coronavirus
Lexington Infectious Disease Consultants' COVID Epidemiology
KET Coronavirus Forum with Dr. Lori Coloia and Dr. Wayne Tuckson

Resources for Medical Practices & Physicians

Telehealth – Resource for Medical Practices

For Billing and Coding Guidance related to Telehealth, email stephanie.woods@glms.org

Full List of Telehealth Information - Updated Jan. 2022

Financial Relief for Practices

Webinar recording for network providers on SBA loans and other federal relief programs
MAGA 12 Steps for Keeping your Medical Practice Running Amid COVID-19
CMS Approves Approximately $34 Billion for Providers with the Accelerated/Advance Payment Program for Medicare Providers in One Week
Paycheck Protection Program Information Sheet
Information about the Paycheck Protection Program Application
Learn how to get help under CARES Act
Small Business Loans Under the CARES Act
GLI Small Business Loan Program
Accelerated and Advance Payment Program for Medicare Providers

PPE

Checklist for Healthcare Facilities: Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of N95 Respirators during the COVID-19 Response
Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of Facemasks
Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of N95 Respirators

FAQs

CDC FAQ Page